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Unit 6 – Developmental Psychology
Topic 6.2
Regarding gender roles in childhood social development, how has societal understanding progressed?
Earlier notions disregarded the role of gender entirely, while modern views emphasize its importance.
There is more acceptance today of fluidity and complexity beyond rigid gender stereotypes compared to earlier times.
The shift moved towards reinforcing traditional gender norms after a period of advocating flexibility.
Gender roles have consistently been perceived as fluid without any major changes over time.
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AP Psychology - 6.2 Social Development in Childhood
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Gender Roles
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